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Oceanie. – Les Iles Samoa
| Article ID | OZ0405 |
Title | Oceanie. – Les Iles Samoa |
Description | Decorative map of the Samoa islands from Westsamoa (Savai'i, Upolu mit der Hauptstadt Apia, Manono and Apolima) and American-Samoa (Tutuila, Aunu'u, Ofu, Ta-u). The map is sourrounded by 3 views of the capital city of Apia, a piroge( typical historical boat) and natives. |
| Year | ca. 1880 |
Artist | Anonymus |
Historical Description | The Independent State of Samoa, known as Western Samoa, is a Unitary Parliamentary Republic with eleven administrative divisions. The two main islands are Savai'i and Upolu with four smaller islands surrounding the landmasses. The capital city is Apia. The Lapita people discovered and settled the Samoan islands around 3,500 years ago. They developed a unique language and cultural identity. |
| Place of Publication | Paris |
| Dimensions (cm) | 33 x 22 |
| Condition | Some folds |
| Coloring | colored |
| Technique | Wood engraving |
Reproduction:
30.00 €
( A reproduction can be ordered individually on request. )